VFS Global is a commercial company, working in partnership with Embassy of The Republic of Bulgaria, providing services to help people apply for Bulgaria visas.

How Can We Help You?

You will find information on this site, supplied by Embassy of The Republic of Bulgaria, about how to apply for a Bulgarian visa, if you need one. From this site you can also use our free email, and call center service to obtain the same information. We also offer a telephone information service

VFS Global also manages visa application centers for Embassy of The Republic of Bulgaria here in Manama where you should submit your application and pay the application fee. The address details of the VFS visa application centers can be found in the contact us section of this website.

Where Can I Get Advice?

VFS Global and its staff cannot give you advice on how to complete your application, or what type of visa you should apply for. To know more about the Bulgarian immigration rules and requirements, please go through http://www.mfa.bg/en/

Who Decides If I Will Get A Visa?

Your visa application will be processed and decided by Embassy of The Republic of Bulgarian staff. Neither VFS, nor any of our staff, play any part in or influence the outcome of your visa application.

VISA APPLICATION PROCESS

Step 1 :

Before applying, please ensure you are very clear on your ‘purpose of visit’ – do remember we are here to assist and help you through the entire visa application process but are not permitted to advise or guide you on choosing a visa category. Since our work is primarily administrative in nature, we have no say on whether you will be granted a visa and how long it will take to process, as this is entirely the prerogative of Embassy of The Republic of Bulgaria. You may refer to the link ‘All about Visas’ to understand details of various visas.

Step 2 :

Complete you visa application form and affix your photograph. You may download the form from this website. Also, please mention name along with surname of father and spouse, if applicable.

Step 3 :

Ensure photos are as per specifications..

Step 4 :

Attach all supporting documents required as per checklist. Make sure your application is complete. Incomplete applications are not accepted.

Step 5:

Submit your application at the VFS centre in Manama along with the applicable fees in cash.

Step 6 :

Track your application online

Step 7 :

Collect your passport from the Visa Application Centre or wait for courier delivery.

TRACK YOUR APPLICATION

If you have already submitted an application for a Visa at Bulgarian Visa Application Centre, you can track your application here

You can track your application by entering your Passport Number and your Reference Number / Date of Birth